Study Abroad

With organizations on the lookout for people with top notch qualifications and skills
to lead and operate in the globalised market, farsighted parents and their children
are looking beyond their respective countries to explore international education.

Migration

Every year thousands of Indians migrate to their dream country to seek a better
life and brighter career prospects. Immigration allows one to live, work or settles
down in an advanced country and subsequently sponsors their family for permanent
residence in that country. Santa Monica for more than a decade has been one of the
most sought after Migration consultant in Cochin fulfilling migration dream of many.
Our dedicated Migration department headed by Canadian and Australian Immigration
attorneys can prepare your immigration application to maximize your likelihood of
success in obtaining a Canadian or Australian visa.

Introduction

From modest beginning as an information cell in Kochi, Kerala, Santa Monica has
emerged as one of the most reputed overseas education facilitator with association
across 30 + countries and over 300+ universities, with offices all over south India
and affiliated Centers throughout India.

Maritime Courses

How about a career where

You are assured a fat pay cheque

Get to travel and explore

Each moment is challenging

Paid leaves stretches from weeks to months

Positions of authority awaits you

You are viewed with awe by one and all

Merchant Navy is a boundless career option, perfect for those who love adventure
and travelling around the globe. It is a profession that allows you to see the world
as part of your profession. Merchant Navy can be described as a commercial fleet
of non-combatant ships which deals with transportation of passengers, cargo and
other materials by sea. Merchant Navy fleet include Passenger ships, Tanker ships,
cargo ships, bulk carriers, container ships, barge carrying ships etc. The key tasks
performed are in three basic areas of a ship: Deck, Engine, and Service Department.
The deck officers include the captain, chief officer, second officer, third officer
and other junior officers. The engine department consists of chief engineer, radio
officer, electrical officer and junior engineers. The remuneration is high though
varies from company to company, nature of the vessel, country, seniority etc. With
the ever increasing number of shipping lines job opportunities are sure to grow
in large numbers throughout the world.

HOW DO I JOIN?

The minimum eligibility is 10+2 or an equivalent examination with physics, chemistry
and mathematics. The candidate should also pass a medical fitness test for sea service
under standard norms and with eyesight 6/6 with no colour blindness. Candidates
wishing to enter the navigational and engineering fields of merchant navy need to
complete a Bachelor's degree in nautical science or marine engineering, before they
can enter service, though they may slightly vary according to university and country.
In-service officers and personnel’s can update their technical skills and gain certifications
through courses offered by world class universities and institutions that are most
sought after the world over

COURSES AVAILABLE

Whether you are a 10+2 student, science graduate or a seasoned sea man, looking
to further your career by pursuing a special certification there are a wide range
of courses that suits you qualification, aptitude and experience

EAGER TO KNOW MORE

DECK DEPARTMENT

ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

STEWARDS DEPARTMENT

DECK DEPARTMENT

Introduction

Before commencing the training, students should desire the department that they
wish to start their career. The officer positions in the Deck Department include
the Master/Captain along with his Chief, Second and Third officers. The Deck Department
is responsible for navigating the ship. Planning the ship’s routes and performing
cargo operations. Cargo operations vary according to the type of ship and the company
involved.

Courses Offered

Diploma in Nautical Science

This program provides a comprehensive training to the ship operations at sea, port
and dry docks.The skills and knowledge earned enables the student to become qualified
deck officers or deck watchkeeping officers on ships sailing abroad.They can progress
on to become Second Mates on the ship.

Certificate in Seamanship

Seamanship is the art of operating a ship or boat. The course prepares the students
to work as crew or operators and also imparts basic navigation and maritime techniques

ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

Introduction

The Engineering Department involves operating and maintaining propulsion and other
systems on board the ship. The Engineering department includes the positions for
Chief Engineer, First Assistant, Second Assistant, Third Assistant Engineers, Junior
Engineers, etc. The Engineering department also takes care of the other facilities
such as Sewage, lighting, air conditioning, water system, etc as ship is equivalent
to a small town requiring all basic amenities. The department also involves maintaining
and fabricating the components and machinery of the ship. Students start of as Engine
Cadets.

Courses Offered

Diploma in Marine Engineering

Marine Engineering provides an exciting and challenging career which involves manufacturing,
designing and operation of ship machinery and engines.The marine engineers supervise
the engine crew involved in operating the machines. They also check for the smooth
functioning of all electric motors, steam engines and propulsive engines etc. Upon
completions of the course, students can become Marine Engineer

STEWARDS DEPARTMENT

Introduction

The Stewards Department consists of Chief Steward, Chief Cook, and Steward’s Assistant
which are filled by unlicensed professionals. Upon completion of the training, students
can earn a decent salary which is tax free.

DECK OFFICERS

Second mate course (Officer of the watch)

A minimum of 36 months of sea service on merchant ships in an acceptable deck capacity
for e.g. OS, AB, Boson, Deck Cadet, Junior Officer, etc.

Valid medical fitness certificate recognized by the MCA, UK.

You should have 6 months of documented bridge watch-keeping duties in your last
12 months of sailing.

36 months of sea service stamps on your CDC (even non Indian CDC also acceptable)

Company sea time letter or Masters Testimonials for the 36 months of sea service

6 months of bridge watch keeping certificate from the Master (or the company) which
must clearly mention that you have kept 8 hours of bridge watch keeping duties every
day as assistant to the main watch keeper, whilst the vessel was at sea

Students who have done a UK approved pre-sea training would be eligible for this
course after 18 Months of sailing subject to the issue of a Notice of Eligibility
(NoE) by the MCA, UK.

Class XII PCM (Science) is not mandatory for the 2nd Mates course as eligibility
is given entirely on the basis of your sea service and not your educational qualifications.
However, a good knowledge of mathematics and science would be of help to the students
in passing his examination.

Chief mate course

COURSE OVERVIEW

This course of study leads to the issue of a Chief Mate (Unlimited) Certificate
of Competency, this is the next phase on the route to becoming a fully qualified
Master Mariner.

MARINE ENGINEERS

Class4(EOOW)course for engine ratings

COURSE OVERVIEW

This course is ideal for Seafarers with Indian Class 4 NCV. Panama / Belize watch
keeping may also apply for their Class 4 FG CoC course in UK for but must have undertaken
fitter's sea service of up to 21 months before. Watch keeping certificate will also
be counted for UK Class 4 CoC .The acceptable ranks under this route would be MOTORMAN
and FITTER. Sea service as a WIPER is not counted.

ELIGIBILTY:

Applicants must have cleared the following exams successfully to be eligible for
an EOOW CoC:

Class4 (EOOW) course for electrical officers

(Electrical officers having a 4 years Degree in Electrical Engg., Electrical and
Electronics Engg. As well as Electronics and Telecommunication Engg. May Apply for
UK Class 4 CoC)

Class3 marine engineers course

ELIGIBILTY:

For Degree / Diploma engineering students (only mechanical and marine engineering
are acceptable) - Combined sea service and workshop skills training must total 12
months, including at least six months sea service Students who have a BE Mechanical,
BE Marine, GME, DME, HND, etc. qualifications along with the requisite sea service
may be eligible in this category

For seafarers who do not have a Degree / Diploma in Engineering - Combined sea service
and workshop skills training must total at least 36 months, including at least 30
months’ sea service. Oilers, Fitters, etc., who do not have any formal academic
training qualifications may become eligible in this category.

Class2 second engineers course

COURSE OVERVIEW

Get your UK Class 2 FG CoC in minimum period of 5 months, sea service without boilers
also acceptable

ELIGIBILTY:

Candidates must have a minimum of 18 months of sea service (including 9 months as
a watch-keeping Engineer Officer)while holding STCW '95 Table A III/2 Certificate
of Competency .Class 4 FG from India are acceptable. You will need to have a mandatory
18 months of sea service after the Class 4 along with C/E testimonials as supporting
documents.

Class1 chief engineers course

COURSE OVERVIEW

Get your UK Class 1 FG CoC in minimum period of 5 months, coastal service Without
boilers also acceptable. Students with Class 2 CoC from India can also Apply for
UK Class 1 CoC.) .

COURSES OFFERED

Graduate Diploma in Supply Chain and Shipping
Management

COURSE BENEFITS

Acquire one of the most sought after diplomas in the logistics industry, and go
on to obtain IATA and FIATA qualifications.

Develop foundation knowledge in all transport sectors on a global scale, including
the application of logistics, principles, cargo care, the importation and exportation
of all types of products and the law relating to transportation.

ADVANTAGE

Field trips and site visits add to industry experience and through practical assignments
you'll learn time management, writing and presenting skills

ELIGIBILTY:

The applicant must have Successfully completed Diploma in Shipping and Freight,
along with relevant work experience at a senior operational level or equivalent
of not less than 3 years, should be proficient in English language to undertake
this course Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to
provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score
below 5.5) or equivalent.

Graduate Certificate in Shipping

COURSE OVERVIEW

The course seek to enhance your industry skills and knowledge and take your shipping
career on an upward trajectory. The course has been designed for a professional
who is already working in the middle management level or aspire to take on management
responsibilities in future or may be working in a related sector such as import
or export applied logistics practice, commercial shipping practice, transport, maritime
law, economic and cost-orientated modelling, business communication transport marketing,
and analysis of sea cargo trade. This course with case studies, simulations, projects
with logistics software prepare you for the highly demanding management roles in
a commercial logistics operation

ELIGIBILTY:

Must have successfully completed a Diploma in Business, Bachelor of Business or
equivalent or must have successfully completed the Diploma in Supply Chain Management
with relevant work experience and must have decent proficiency in English

CAREER PROSPECTS

There are immense opportunities to be had, as Inventory and Purchasing Planner,
Supply Chain Analyst, Packaging and Process Manager, Purchasing officer, Category
Manager, Shipping Trade Analyst, Risk analyst, New Business Development Manager

BEng (Hons) Marine Engineering and Management

COURSE OVERVIEW

This course is tailor made for individual working within the maritime industry and
is designed to broaden your career opportunities and enhance your prospects within
a diverse selection of maritime and engineering careers.

ELIGIBILTY:

Candidates should hold either a foundation Degree in Marine Engineering or a Higher
National Diploma (HND) in Marine Engineering with at least 12 months' industrial
experience after attaining the HND.

BSc (Hons) Marine Operations Management

COURSE OVERVIEW

This course will broaden career opportunities for those already working within the
maritime industry and enhance prospects within a diverse selection of careers. It
will help develop technical, personal and managerial qualities required of a ship's
officer and a senior maritime manager ashore.

ELIGIBILTY:

Candidates should hold either a foundation degree in Marine Operations or a Higher
National Diploma (HND) in Nautical Science with at least 12 months' industrial experience
after attaining the HND.

BSc (Hons) Maritime Business

COURSE OVERVIEW AND CAREER PROSPECT

This course offers strong industry links and opportunities for work placements.
Graduates are well equipped to take up a variety of roles in the maritime industry
internationally.

BSc (Hons) Shipping and Port Management

COURSE OVERVIEW

The course imbibes strong industry links and equips one to enter a career in ship
management or port operations and management internationally.

CAREER PROSPECTS

Career prospects are bright for candidates who successfully complete this course
possible areas of operation include Port management and operations, Ship management
and operations (liner and bulk shipping) Logistics and supply chain management,
Port agency and Freight forwarding